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The IELTS test taker J from Canada shared the following Writing and Speaking questions:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a diagram showing the process of production of olive oil from fresh olives.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Advertising industry has a huge influence on the society. Do you think positive effects of advertising outweigh negative effects?

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name? – Can I see your ID? – Where are you from? – Do you work or study? – Where do you live right now? – What do you like about the place? Why? – Lets talk about photography. – Do you like to take pictures? – What do you like to photograph the most? – Do you think cellphones are better in taking pictures than digital cameras? – Do you like giving gifts? – Is it important to give presents to others?

Cue Card

Describe a friend that you remember from school. Please say

– What was she/he like? – Where and when did you first meet? – Why do you still remember him/her?

Discussion

– Do you think parents should choose friends for their children? – How do you make new friends? – Is honesty important in friendship?

– What is your full name? – Can I see your ID? – Where are you from? – Do you work or study? – Do you like your job? – Will you do it for a long time? – Do you like shopping? – What do you usually buy while shopping? – Would you like to work in a shop?

Cue Card

Talk about a sport that you like to play or watch. Please say

– What sport is it? – Can you explain the rules? – Why do you like this particular sport?

Discussion

– Do you know any famous sportsmen? – Should they always have a good reputation? Why? – Who do you think should support the national team: the government or a private institution? – Do you think international sport competitions should be discontinued? Why?